Mr. Anthony Sopaal
Mr. Anthony Sopaal is a seasoned Human Resource Practitioner, Nurse Practitioner, and Associate Member of the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives. He is also a Peri-operative Nurse and Master Trainer with extensive experience in training, capacity building, and leadership development.
Professional Background
Mr. Anthony Sopaal is committed to continuous learning and excellence in leadership, with expertise in disability inclusion, quality of care, and leadership development. He currently works at the Human Resource Division, Ghana Health Service Headquarters, Accra.
Professional Experience & Training
Key Contributions:
- Actively involved in curriculum development for nursing and midwifery in ECOWAS member states, Cotonou, Benin
- Contributed to policy formulation, including infection prevention, control, and e-Learning
- Coordinated programs such as CHPS, “COVID-19 in Ghana: Promoting Physical & Mental Health of Children, Families, and Health Workers”, and Health Workforce Wellbeing Interventions in Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana
Significant Roles Held:
- HIV/STI Coordinator, Yendi Hospital
- Clinical Care Coordinator, Yendi Hospital
- Taha Sub-district Leader and Health Centre In-Charge, Kalpohin Health Center
- Sagnarigu District HIV Coordinator
- Regional Training Coordinator, Northern Regional Health Directorate
- Regional Coordinator, Community-Based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) Initiative
Additional Contributions: Coordinated school health screening services, digital tools integration, home-based care advisory services, and diagnostic scanning as an ultrasonographer.
Leadership & Unionism
Anthony’s leadership journey began as College President during nursing training college. At Yendi District Hospital, he revitalized GRNMA, fostering unity between nursing professionals and hospital management. He served as District Chairman (two terms), Assistant Regional Secretary, Regional Secretary, Regional Chairman (two terms), and currently as Assistant General Secretary.
Awards & Recognition
Anthony has received numerous awards recognizing his contributions as a nurse and union leader, including District Best Nurse and Northern Regional Best Nurse.
Committee & Board Memberships
- Member, Health Care Sector Skills Body – Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET)
- Chairman, Policy Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Committee (PPME) – GRNMA
- Member, Editorial Committee – GRNMA
Hobbies
Soccer, Basketball, Cycling, and Travelling